36 | Ottobock
B500-S classic
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If you locate the battery charger near a window, pro
tect it from direct sunlight.
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Avoid overheating of the battery charger. Do not cover
the ventilation slits in the case.
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Switch the control unit off during the charging process
so that all of the charging current is fed into the bat
tery.
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Avoid dust, dirt and moisture.
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Only clean the battery charger with a dry cloth.
The battery charger is designed for maintenance-free and
low-maintenance batteries.
Please see the instructions for use supplied with the battery
charger for further details on use and on the LED displays.
6.7.5 Charging the battery
WARNING
Discharge of explosive gases during battery charging
Burns due to explosion after a user error
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Ensure sufficient ventilation in enclosed spaces.
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Do not smoke or light fires.
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Sparks must be avoided.
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Do not cover the ventilation slits in the case.
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Only use battery chargers which have been verified
and approved by the manufacturer for use with the
respective batteries (observe information on the battery
charger). Non-observance may result in explosion of
the battery, resulting in a health hazard through contact
with the battery acid.
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Follow the battery manufacturer safety instructions.
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Wear protective goggles.
WARNING
Sparks
Risk of injury due to fire or explosion
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Switch the battery charger off and disconnect the
mains plug before you disconnect the battery.
NOTICE
Improper charging
Damage to the batteries due to user error
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Avoid deep discharge of the battery. The manufacturer
does not assume any liability for damage due to deep
discharge.
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Charge the battery as soon as possible if the last three
segments of the "Battery Capacity" LED indicator are
flashing.
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Charge the batteries weekly if the power wheelchair is
not used for an extended period of time.
Usage
